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DDV 248T

1979 MG Midget

Black Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2022
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,455 mi
Last recorded36,455 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 1979 MG Midget52,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDV 248T
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 14 May 2021 36,455 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 36,402 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 36,318 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 35,989 miles

How Reliable is the MG Midget?

Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
9,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,284
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,239
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,079
Stop lamp not working 2,058
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DDV 248T is a 1979 MG Midget in Black with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 52,028 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Midget fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DDV 248T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 47 years old, this MG Midget is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DDV 248T?

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What year was DDV 248T registered?

DDV 248T is a 1979 MG Midget, first registered on 26 March 1979.

Is DDV 248T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDV 248T shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DDV 248T have outstanding finance?

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